A Simple Novel Outline – 9 questions for 25 chapters

[image error]photo © 2010 joost j. bakker | more info (via: Wylio)Just as every tree is different but still recognizably a tree, every story is different but contains elements that make it a story. By defining those before you begin you clarify the scope of your work, identify your themes, and create the story you meant to write.

At Norwescon 2011 I sat in on a session called Outline Your Novel in 90-minutes led by Mark Teppo. I'll give you the brief, readable, synthesized version. Answer 9 questions and c...